According to WIRED's September 2026 guide, the PS5 itself rarely goes on sale, but shoppers still have several ways to cut costs across Sony's ecosystem. The article points to discount codes, cash-back offers, gift cards, and membership perks as the main levers for saving on games, headsets, and controllers.
One notable option is the PlayStation Visa credit card, which provides a $100 statement credit after spending $500 within the first 60 days. It also earns 5% back in points on PlayStation Store and Sony Store purchases, and a 12-month PlayStation Plus membership if the cardholder spends at least $6,000 in a calendar year.
For those avoiding credit cards, a PlayStation Plus subscription starts at $11 per month for the Essential tier, granting access to exclusive content and monthly discounts of up to 30% on PS5 and PS4 titles. Refurbished consoles from Sony's certified program can also save up to $100, though gift cards are limited to digital purchases and cannot be used for physical products from PlayStation Direct or PlayStation Gear.